KitchenAid 2318586 Refrigerator User Manual


 
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Is the ice dispenser stalling while dispensing crushed
ice? Change the ice button from crushed to cubed. If
cubed ice dispenses correctly, depress the button for
crushed ice and begin dispensing again.
Has the dispenser arm been held in too long? Ice will stop
dispensing when the arm is held in too long. Wait 3 minutes
for dispenser motor to reset before using again.
The water dispenser will not operate properly
Freezer door closed completely? Close the door firmly. If it
does not close completely, see The doors will not close
completely.
Refrigerator connected to a water supply and the supply
shutoff valve turned on? Connect refrigerator to water
supply and turn water shutoff valve fully open.
Is the water pressure at least 30 psi (207 kPa)? The water
pressure to the home determines the flow from the dispenser.
See Water Supply Requirements.
Kink in the home water source line? Straighten the water
source line.
New installation? Flush and fill the water system.
Water filter installed on the refrigerator? The filter may be
clogged or incorrectly installed.
Is a reverse osmosis water filtration system connected to
your cold water supply? See Water Supply Requirements
in either the Installation Instructions or the Use & Care Guide.
Water is leaking from the dispenser
NOTE: One or two drops of water after dispensing is normal.
Glass not being held under the dispenser long enough?
Hold the glass under the dispenser 2 to 3 seconds after
releasing the dispenser lever.
New installation? Flush the water system. See Prepare the
Water System or Water and Ice Dispensers.
Recently changed water filter? Flush the water system. See
Prepare the Water System or Water and Ice Dispensers.
The dispenser water is not cool enough
NOTE: Water from the dispenser is chilled to only 50°F (10°C).
New installation? Allow 24 hours after installation for the
water supply to cool completely.
Recently dispensed large amount of water? Allow 24 hours
for water supply to cool completely.
Water not been recently dispensed? The first glass of water
may not be cool. Discard the first glass of water.
Refrigerator connected to a cold water pipe? Make sure
the refrigerator is connected to a cold water pipe. See Water
Supply Requirements.
WATER FILTER
CERTIFICATIONS
Cut Hazard
Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice.
Failure to do so can result in cuts.
WARNING